Project Controls Specialist – Industrial and Energy

Granite Construction

. Administer job master through the Cost Accounting Portal Database from project startup to closeout .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,944 - $144,813 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project cost management, including budget analysis, forecasting, and performance tracking. Proficient in utilizing MS Office products and specialized software to support project administration and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Cost ManagementBudget AnalysisMS Office ProficiencyHCSS HeavyJob ExperienceConstruction Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Cost Code MaintenanceProject BudgetingContract Change Order AnalysisPerformance Data TrackingCost and Schedule Integration

Soft Skills

Good Written CommunicationGood Oral CommunicationAttention to DetailSelf-StarterAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

PowerBIAutodesk FormaJD Edwards (E1)Cost Accounting Portal Database

Industry Keywords

Construction IndustryStandard Operating ProceduresProcess NarrativesProject Cash FlowKey Performance Indicators

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer job master through the Cost Accounting Portal Database from project startup to closeout
Maintain project cost codes using standard cost code structures
Analyze and enter project budgets, budget and contract change orders, and project forecasts
Collect critical job performance data and track it against budgeted metrics
Review and verify vendor and subcontractor invoices and supporting documents
Integrate cost and schedule data and reporting with accounting and management information systems
Identify and track project scope changes and potential changes
Support monthly and quarterly large project forecasting
Develop and maintain process manuals containing Standard Operating Procedures and Process Narratives
Administer Project Cash Flow, Cost Summary, and Key Performance Indicators reports for Project Managers and Project Controls Engineers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business (or comparable discipline) or equivalent combination of training and experience
5 to 10 years’ experience in a related position
Demonstrated proficiency of MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerBI, etc.) and HCSS HeavyJob
Experience using Autodesk Forma (Build) preferred
JD Edwards (E1) experience preferred
Basic knowledge of construction industry
Good written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with close attention to detail
Self-starter able to seek out resources and structure own workflow
Ability to work well with all levels of staff and external customers
Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods of time
Some travel required
Ability to comply with and support corporate safety initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid holidays
Sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending plans
Special programs for musculoskeletal health
Mental wellness programs
Two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross
100% of the premium paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents for the most popular PPO plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred into 401(k) plans for salaried employees
Immediate 401(k) vesting